DDOS Questions

[R3DOPS]

So I was wondering if it is possible to stop or prevent a DDOS attack to your own home network? Do you have to change your ip to stop it? and i was also wondering if there is a way to find out who is DDOSing me in the case it actually happens 

[Vek1313]

You can get a VPN for added protection.

[LegacyStijncat]

DDOS uses open TDP and UPD ports in your router. Having none open in your router, is fatal for the DDOS.

EDIT: why the question, if I may ask?

[Hans Christian | Teri]

Well all the packets will be coming from a source IP, so there's your culprit. As for protecting against there are things you can do, but investing time in it really makes no sense what so ever. In the extremely unlikely scenario that you should become under attack just call your ISP and they'll sort you out.

[Comessy]

There are programs to see all IP addresses you are receiving and sending packets to. There is no way to change your IP (unless ISP allows it) , but your ISP changes it automatically every month. 

 

Also if you know who is doing it, you could contact the police. 

[Griffscavern]

Here is a site that will help you find potential security issues for your network.

https://www.grc.com/x/ne.dll?bh0bkyd2